Competitions will take place at GrandStay Hotel (formerly Ramada Inn). Registration is at Crowne Plaza Hotel

​​Friday03/30

4:45-6:30 pm​Session 1Hall A​

WorkshopUnderstanding and Managing OrganizationsDr. Mohammad Abbasi

Learn what it takes to understand and manage organizations, whether it is a small or large scale organization. Moderator: Sr. Bushra Zaibak

​Friday03/30

6:45-7:30 pmSession 2Hall B&C​

What does it mean to be Unapologetically Muslim in 2018Sr. Linda Sarsour & Sr. Janan Najeeb

The importance of understanding the value of Islam for each American Muslim when it comes to supporting justice and equality for all. What it takes for a Muslim American to be unapologetic and why they should be proud doing so!Moderator: Sr. Faiqa Oweisi

​Friday03/30

7:45-8:00 pm

​Maghrib Prayer

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​Friday03/30

8:00-9:30 pmSession 3Hall B&C

Convention Inauguration:Living in the New EraFaith, Family & Community.

​Youth radicalization is making headlines. How widespread is this issue? What are some of the challenges we face? This session will present important advice to parents, community institutions and leaders on how to protect our American Muslim youth. Moderator: Sr. Ala Ismail

Friday03/30

​9:30-9:45 pm

Isha Prayer /Break

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Friday03/30

9:45-10:30 pmSession 4Hall B&C

​The Impact of U.S. Foreign Policy During the Trump Era on Palestine & the RegionDr. Osama Abu-Irshaid

With the Trump Era underway, how will foreign policy during his presidency affect the Middle East and what will the outcomes be for nations, including Palestine and Syria, affected by these policies.Moderator: Dr. Hani Hassan

End of Program Day 1

Saturday, March 31, 2018

Day

Time / Place

Title

Description

Saturday03/31

5:15 am

Fajr Prayer

ISM Iqama time: 6:00 am ​

Saturday03/31

9:00 am

​Open Registration at Crowne Plaza

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​​Saturday03/31

10:00 am-1:00 pm​Session 1Hall A

WorkshopBalancing Faith with Modern RealitiesImam Suhaib Webb

Imam Suhaib recently released his book, Essentials of Islamic Faith: For Parents and Teens, which focuses on an introduction to the Islamic Faith that contains basic foundations of Islamic theology.Moderator: Br. Ahmed Azam

The importance of the Quran in a Muslim’s daily life. How having a daily connection with the Quran will create peace and tranquility in you and your family’s life.Moderator: Sr. Eman Kaiss

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Saturday03/31

4:00-4:35 pmSession 4 Hall B&C

How to Create a Powerful Vision for ChangeImam Suhaib Webb

How to map out your priorities, turn your life around, and gain a crystal-clear vision of what you want in life, even when going through difficulties. Setting goals and working towards accomplishing them one by one will help you accomplish all you want in life.Moderator: Br. Mohamed Musaitif​

​Saturday03/31

4:35-5:00 pm​Session 5Hall B&C

Developing a Balanced Approach for LivingDr. Mohammad Abbasi

The best way to live life is through a balanced approach, whether it be in the way we raise our children, how we communicate with our spouses and family members, building relationships with co-workers and community members, etc. Moderator: Sr. Nisreen Atta

​Saturday03/31

5:00-5:30 pm

Asr & Break

Bazaar is in the Sabre Ballroom

​Saturday03/31

5:30-6:15 pm​Session 6Hall B&C

Indeed My Lord Is with Usلا تحزن إن الله معنا Sr. Yasmin Mogahed

Allah (SWT) will never leave us; however, we have to learn how to connect with Him while we are facing obstacles and hardships in our life.Moderator: Sr. Sundos Sarsour

Despite the reason for our busy schedules as parents, we can’t flee our responsibility in raising our children. Our children are our number one priority and we must learn how to be there for them even during our most busy times.Moderator: Br. Omar Saleh ​

​​Saturday03/31

8:15-8:45 pm​Session 9Voyager

Muhammad (PBUH): Leading the Minds and Hearts for All AgesImam. Suhaib Webb

Allah (SWT) says that Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) was the best leader humanity ever witnessed. He led the hearts, educated the minds, inspired the souls, utilized the talents and liberated the latent resources in his community.We will study and analyze a few of Ayat, Ahadith and life incidents of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) while founding the first Muslims community and preparing the great generation of leaders who followed him.Moderator: Br. Munjed Ahmad